The United Arab Emirates is one of the most attractive jurisdictions for investors worldwide. Over recent years, the UAE has become an economic hub for businesses of all scales, and for good reason:

• — The UAE is an authoritative jurisdiction
• — No taxes on income, capital gains or property
• — 100% profit repatriation
• — OECD and FATF «white list» jurisdiction
• — 115 double taxation avoidance agreements
• — Strategic location
• — Effective legal and judicial systems
• — Economic and political stability
• — World-class infrastructure

Main forms of business:

There are currently three main forms of business in the UAE, each differing in ownership rights, scope of liability, participation of UAE nationals as partners, and nature of activity:

1. 1. Companies registered in free zones, including DIFC and ADGM
2. 2. Mainland companies in partnership with a local shareholder
3. 3. Offshore companies

The Garant Business Consultancy team advises and assists with:

• — Choosing the legal entity structure
• — Selecting the optimal free zone
• — Determining the type of licence
• — Choosing office location
• — Preparing the set of incorporation documents
• — Legalising documents
• — Opening a bank account
• — Obtaining a residence visa
• — Using available incentives and tax refunds

Garant Business Consultancy delivers high-quality services and optimal costs, offering only proven and effective solutions